25 Books Like Jennifer Government

Jennifer Government is a dystopian satire set in a world where corporations hold ultimate power and people take their surnames from the companies they work for.

The story follows Hack Nike, who is embroiled in a deadly marketing scheme, and Jennifer Government, an agent trying to stop the corporate abuses. Barry’s novel is a sharp, witty critique of consumerism, corporate greed, and the commodification of society, offering a darkly humorous take on a future where capitalism reigns supreme.

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2003-01-21

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25 Books Listed
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Languages: English
Rating: 3.8
Author: Max Barry
Reading Age: 15 years
Pages: 321
Grade Level: 11-12
Series: N/A
Characters: Hack Nike, Jennifer Government, John Nike, Violet

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